Emerald ash borer (EAB) has already killed millions of ash trees in
Michigan and northern Ohio and has the potential to decimate all North
American ash species, causing widespread disturbance in forest ecosystems
that will be similar to the Chestnut blight or Dutch Elm disease. We are
quantifying the effects of ash tree mortality on forest ecosystems in
Metroparks of the Toledo Area, including the effects on both native and
non-native plants, and developing methods for restoration of ecosystems
formerly dominated by ash, including plantings of native trees, shrubs, and
herbaceous plants, and removal of non-native plants. We are monitoring the
effects of restoration at Metroparks, including effects on plant community
composition, stream health, and wildlife by gathering baseline data and
monitoring changes as restoration activities proceed. Students will also
have the opportunity to pursue an independent project related to the larger
project, which could result in university credit, poster presentations at
national conferences, and publication.
Metroparks has several openings for seasonal Forest Monitoring Assistants.
Two years of undergraduate course work or equivalent experience in ecology,
biology, forestry, restoration, or related field required with some
research/data collection experience. Plant identification skills and
GPS/compass navigation abilities are also desired.
Positions will report to Oak Openings Metropark in Swanton, Ohio;
employment term varies from May through September. You must find your own
housing. Pay rate is $12.40 per hour.
Submit resume, employment application form, and fair credit reporting form
by April 23 to Administrative Office, Wildwood Metropark, 5100 W. Central
Ave., Toledo, OH 43615, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or
to [email protected]. Include relevant courses taken, plant
identification and research experience, contact information for two
references, as well as dates you will be available to work, in resume.
Visit http://www.metroparkstoledo.com/metro/employment/ to review the
position description and download the application forms. EOE
